Welcome to AOR

AOR is a nonprofit 501(C)(6) trade association founded in 1977, committed to achieving a system of sustainable materials management by supporting high-quality recycling and composting, thoughtful consumption, and producer responsibility. AOR provides value to its members by hosting educational events, delivering publications to enhance our understanding and connections to diverse perspectives, and lobbying for legislation that supports sustainable materials management.

Our membership spans the gamut of the sustainable materials management industry. Nonprofits; waste haulers; recyclers; reuse organizations, state, federal, and local government; packaging producers, recycling equipment manufacturers, educational institutions and many others come together under the AOR umbrella to achieve these goals. 

Latest News From the AOR Blog

11-15-2018

New Recycling Opportunities for Residents and Businesses that Share Garbage Collection Service

In response to changes in Oregon’s recycling laws, the opportunity to recycle is being extended to all residents and...

11-14-2018

PSI received many questions from attendees all over the country and globe during the webinar that they were unable to answer  during the live session. Their speakers have kindly replied to the unanswered questions...

11-11-2018

PRESS RELEASE FROM 11/8/2018

Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. Rethink. That's the new mantra at PAC Worldwide, as the flexible protective packaging leader adds a fourth strategic pillar to the three "R's of environmental...

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